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Press Releases
Community Computer Club Needs Your Help!
August 17, 2010
First Methodist Church in Grapevine, in cooperation with Cannon Elementary, has applied to the Pepsi Refresh Project to receive a $25,000 grant to start a Community Computer Club!
The number of disadvantaged and limited English speaking children in Grapevine has almost doubled in the last six years. The idea is to leverage technology to liberate these families from the cycle of poverty. The grant would help create a computer lab with computers and educational software in space made available by Cannon Elementary. The Computer Club will benefit parents and children who need to learn English and other life and professional skills. Volunteers from the church and school will manage the computer lab and offer classes to assist those using the computers.
The Pepsi Refresh Project takes ideas from people, businesses, and non-profit organizations that will have a positive impact in the world. All of the projects are listed at www.refresheverything.com. The only way to receive a grant is by getting votes from people in the community. The top 10 ideas (by number of votes) each month receive funding. We need the community's help to get into the top 10! To vote for the Community Computer Club, go to www.refresheverything.com/communitycomputercluband vote daily through August 31. Votes may also be submitted by texting 100291 to Pepsi (73774). More details about the project are also available on the church website at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org.
First United Methodist Church of Grapevine is located on two campuses: the Heritage Campus at 4344 Heritage Avenue in Grapevine, and the Downtown Campus at 422 Church Street, one block west of Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine. For more information about the church and its ministries, contact the church office at 817-481-2559 or visit www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org.
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Depression Connection: Understanding, Help and Hope
August 13, 2010
When suffering from depression, bipolar or a related disorder, learn what helps and what hurts. Research confirms that people who participate in regular support groups often experience a better quality of life and a greater likelihood of recovery from the symptoms of depression, anxiety disorder and bipolar disorder. Depression Connection support group meets Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM in Room 4 of the Heritage Campus of First United Methodist Church Grapevine (4344 Heritage Avenue). The group is structured to include approximately ten individuals and a licensed, trained facilitator. In addition to an opportunity to communicate about one's individual concerns, an educational component is included in each meeting.
Questions about Depression Connection? Contact Katherine Hunter at 817-481-2559 x130 or katherineh@fumcg.org. First United Methodist Church of Grapevine is located on two campuses: the Heritage Campus at 4344 Heritage Avenue in Grapevine, and the Downtown Campus at 422 Church Street, one block west of Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine. For more information about the church, support groups and other ministries, contact the church office at 817-481-2559 or visit www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org.
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9/11 Survivor Speaks in Grapevine
July 1, 2010
Grapevine - First United Methodist Church of Grapevine welcomes Lt. Col. (Ret.) Brian Birdwell as the special guest speaker at an event on Thursday, August 5, at 7 PM at the church's Downtown Campus (one block west of Main Street in downtown Grapevine - 422 Church Street).
Lt. Col. Birdwell is a survivor of the terrorists' attacks on September 11, 2001. After hijacked American Airlines Flight 77 collided into the Pentagon, Birdwell was thrown to the ground and engulfed in flames. Of the burns that consumed 60 percent of his body, nearly half were third degree, resulting in the need for 30+ operations. Brian's recovery has been truly remarkable and spiritually he is stronger than ever before. Together, Birdwell and his wife, Melanie, share that spiritual strength and encouragement with other burn survivors and their families.
The Birdwells will be guest speakers presenting "Face the Fire" at a special event hosted by The Well Women's Ministry of First United Methodist Church of Grapevine. This event is open to all in the church and community, both men and women. Bring your spouse, family and friends to enjoy an inspirational evening complete with a catered BBQ dinner. The cost is $20 per person. Purchase a table (tables seat 8) and get a special rate of $15 per person. Tickets go on sale July 7, and may be purchased online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or in the church office (422 Church Street in Grapevine). Get your tickets early... we will sell out quickly!
First United Methodist Church of Grapevine is located on two campuses - 422 Church Street and 4344 Heritage Avenue, both in Grapevine. For more information about the church and its ministries, visit us online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or call the church office at 817-481-2559.
For more information about the Birdwell's ministry, visit www.facethefire.org.
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Local Methodist Church Receives Hospitality Award
June 4, 2010
Grapevine - First United Methodist Church Grapevine has been recognized by United Methodist Communications (UMCom) as an official "Welcoming Congregation."
"Welcoming Congregations" are a select group of United Methodist congregations nationwide that meets certain criteria, including embracing newcomers and providing opportunities in discipleship. The recognition program is part of a larger effort launched in 2000 by UMCom, the denomination's communications agency, to use modern technology and the common language of television to spread the Good News of Christ to a world in need.
"We are pleased to be recognized as a welcoming congregation," Dr. Cindy Ryan, Associate Pastor, comments. "It is certainly our hope that our church is a warm, friendly place for anyone who walks through our doors, whether they are coming here for worship, a community event, a support group or anything else."
The First United Methodist Church of Grapevine now has two campuses. The Downtown Campus is located at 422 Church Street, one block west of Main Street in historic downtown Grapevine. The Heritage Campus is located at 4344 Heritage Avenue, near Colleyville Heritage High School. Sunday worship services are held at 8:50, 9:00, 10:10 and 11:15 AM at the Downtown Campus, and at 10:30 AM at the Heritage Campus. The congregation is one of the fastest growing churches in the Central Texas Conference and serves the community by partnering with Grapevine-Colleyville ISD in several programs including: Project Read, for struggling readers in the elementary schools; Weekend Food, a food assistance program for low-income children on six school campuses; and MENtors, a school mentoring program. The church also serves a free homemade dinner on the third Tuesday of each month for anyone in the community needing a meal and fellowship.
For more information about First United Methodist Church Grapevine and its ministries, visit us online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or call the church office at 817-481-2559.
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Local Methodist Churches Work to "Change the World"
April 8, 2010
Grapevine/Colleyville/Southlake - What if on one weekend all around the world, 11 million United Methodists came together to work in their local communities? Methodist Churches in Northeast Tarrant County are gearing up to join United Methodists worldwide to Change the World on April 24. First Methodist Church in Grapevine, First Methodist Church in Colleyville and White's Chapel Methodist Church in Southlake are encouraging their members to join together to make a difference in our community. Each church is planning to spend the day on Saturday, April 24, doing projects in the community.
Dr. Ken Diehm, Senior Pastor at First Methodist in Grapevine, has encouraged his congregation to reach out to those in need right next door. "Our hope is to spend the day helping our neighbors," Diehm says. "We believe this is the type of work to which Jesus calls us."
First Methodist Grapevine will hold a "Spring Into Missions" day on Saturday, April 24. On this day, volunteers will go out into the community to do work in yards, repair homes and help their neighbors in a variety of different ways. Anyone is welcome to come out and help. Both youth and adults who have a willing spirit and can pull weeds, trim a hedge or paint, putty or hammer with supervision are welcome! The church is also taking suggestions for projects that need to be done. Volunteer sign-ups and project suggestions may be submitted on the First Methodist Grapevine website at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or by calling 817-481-2559.
First Methodist Colleyville has two different service opportunities available. First, the United Methodist Men will be doing a project at Glen Lake Camp as part of their annual men's retreat, which is Saturday and Sunday, April 24-25, in Glen Rose. All men are invited. Second, a team will be going to Northside Inter-Church Agency (NICA) in Fort Worth to work on landscaping and home repairs for NICA clients. This will take place Saturday morning, April 24. For more information on these opportunities, contact Rev. Kaiya Kershaw at 817-281-5254.
Finally, on April 24, White's Chapel will be sending volunteers out to two local agencies: the Battered Women's Foundation in North Richland Hills and the Community Storehouse, a crisis relief agency serving the Keller and Northwest Independent School Districts. For more information or to participate, contact Rev. Marilyn Zemba at mzemba@whiteschapelumc.com or 817-481-4147.
Volunteers from all of these outreach activities will gather together at the end of the day for food and fellowship. The Change the World BBQ for local volunteers will be at 5:00 PM at White's Chapel Methodist Church at 185 South White Chapel Boulevard in Southlake.
The global Change the World event was created as part of The United Methodist Church's Rethink Church campaign, which seeks to utilize outreach events that embrace the concept of outward-bound church to make a positive difference in the world beyond the church doors. More information about this initiative is available at www.rethinkchurch.org/changetheworld.
First United Methodist Church of Grapevine is located on two campuses - 422 Church Street and 4344 Heritage Avenue, both in Grapevine. More information is available at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or by calling the church office at 817-481-2559.
First United Methodist Church of Colleyville is located at 5601 Pleasant Run Road in Colleyville. More information is available at www.fumccolleyville.org or by calling the church office at 817-281-5254.
White's Chapel United Methodist Church is located at 185 South White Chapel Boulevard in Southlake. More information is available at www.whiteschapelumc.com or by calling the church office 817-481-4147.
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Thelma Wells to Speak at "The Well"
January 5, 2010
 Grapevine - First United Methodist Church of Grapevine invites area women to join us Thursday, January 21, for a special gathering of The Well, a revitalizing ministry for women. Internationally-known speaker and author Thelma Wells will be our special guest speaker inspiring women to find "God's Purpose for You in the New Year."
If you have never heard Thelma speak, you are in for a real treat! From times of singing in a dark closet to the founding of a national women's mentoring ministry, Thelma Wells' life has been a courageous journey of faith. Thelma is a trailblazer for black women, a prominent international speaker and author, and a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. As a student at North Texas State University in Denton, Texas (now the University of North Texas), she was a member of the first group of girls to integrate the school's dormitories. She earned her Bachelor's degree there and eventually received a Master's of Ministry from Master's International School of Divinity in Evansville, Indiana. In 2002 she became the school's first black female professor. Thelma has now started A Woman of God Ministries to motivate and encourage women to be their best for God.
Join Thelma and guest musician Caleb Hailey at The Well at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 21. The event will take place in the Family Life Center of First United Methodist Church at 422 Church Street in Grapevine. Tickets ($15) - which include the program and a catered dinner - are on sale in the church office and on the web at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org.
For more information about First United Methodist Church Grapevine and its ministries, visit us online at www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org or call the church office at 817-481-2559.
Related resources:
Thelma Wells - A Woman of God Ministries: www.thelmawells.com
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For more information, contact:
Melissia Mason, Communications Director
melissiam@fumcg.org or 817-481-2559 x109
First United Methodist Church Grapevine
422 Church St.
Grapevine, TX 76051
www.firstmethodistgrapevine.org
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